Highlights
- Experience the timeless allure of Hagia Sophia and hear the echoes of history
- Admire a mix of Byzantine, Roman, Greek, and Islamic architectural influences
- Enjoy complete flexibility, exploring at your leisure with these entry tickets
- Gain special insights from an audio guide on your phone or a live guide
- Journey back in time through the historic Byzantine and Ottoman empires
Description
Embark on either a self-guided with follow along audio or guided exploration through the awe-inspiring Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel standing as a testament to centuries of history, with an entry ticket or optional skip-the-line entry ticket.
Take an immersive journey through time, as you uncover the secrets and treasures held within the hallowed walls of Hagia Sophia. Wander through the iconic chambers, marvel at the intricate details of Byzantine craftsmanship, and soak in the palpable sense of cultural richness.
Allow the softly illuminated corridors to lead you through Istanbul's rich past, where each corner holds a compelling story. Listen to your audio guide or live guide as they narrate the historical tales of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
Includes
Skip-the-line ticket to Hagia Sophia visiting area (if option selected)
Audio guide available in 13 languages (Arabic, Chinese, Croatian, English, French, German, Japanese, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Spanish and Korean) (if option selected)
English Tour guide (if option selected!)
Excludes
Tips (optional)
Important Information
- - Tickets will be sent at 5:00 PM local time via email one day before your visit date if the ticket-only option is selected. Make sure to check your spam folder too.
- If you choose a guided tour with a ticket option, the tickets will be provided by the guide.
- During peak seasons, lines may form at security checkpoints. Your ticket does not grant priority access through the security check lines. In the high season, it might take up to 30 minutes to get in
- Women must cover their hair and shoulders. Both men and women must cover their knees.
- This ticket gives you access to the visiting area and upper gallery, not the prayer area downstairs.
- Children aged 0-6 can enter for free. Tickets are not required for them.
- Currently, there is a partial renovation at Hagia Sophia Mosque.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
